Viaduc d'Austerlitz, Steel metro bridge across Seine River in Paris, France
The Viaduc d'Austerlitz stretches 140 meters over the Seine River with two reversed steel parabolic arcs connected at three points.
Engineer Louis Biette and Fulgence Bienvenüe designed this structure in 1903, setting a record span length among Parisian bridges upon completion in 1904.
The bridge features marine-themed reliefs and steel footings decorated with the Parisian coat of arms created by architect Jean-Camille Formigé.
The structure carries Paris Métro Line 5 between Gare d'Austerlitz on the left bank and Quai de la Rapée station on the right bank.
The design eliminated the need for water-based support pillars through an innovative single-span construction that maintained clear passage for river navigation.
Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris
Location: 13th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1904
Architects: Jean-Camille Formigé
Official opening: 1904
Length: 140 m
Width: 8.6 m
Made from material: steel
Part of: Paris Métro Line 5
GPS coordinates: 48.84361,2.36778
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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